December weather forecast
Fullerton, CA

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Trees and neat lawns of the famous Muckenthaler Community Center in Fullerton, California
Trees and neat lawns of the famous Muckenthaler Community Center in Fullerton, California

Weather in December

December marks the advent of winter with the lowest average temperatures recorded from 50.9°F (10.5°C) to 64°F (17.8°C). As compared to November, substantial rainfall is seen in December, going as high as 1.54" (39mm). As the temperature drops, rain increases, marking a significant change from the previous month. The comparatively colder days coupled with shorter daylight hours point to the onset of winter holidays. Brooding overcast skies may be common but that hardly takes away from the charm of Fullerton’s benign winter season.

Temperature

Fullerton's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 64°F (17.8°C) to a low of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 55%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:53 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Fullerton?

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a minimum temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What are the temperatures in December?

In Fullerton, 64°F (17.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.9°F (10.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 55%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fullerton, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fullerton?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:53 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fullerton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fullerton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fullerton, CA

Average temperature in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (64°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fullerton, CA

Average pressure in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fullerton, CA

Average wind speed in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Fullerton, CA

Average humidity in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Fullerton, CA

Average rainfall in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
Fullerton, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fullerton, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fullerton, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Fullerton, CA

Average UV index in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Fullerton, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Fullerton, CA

Average visibility in December - Fullerton, CA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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